Tired, fatigued, demotivated, run-ragged, sleep-deprived, stressed, burnt-out are all key watchwords for this weeks podcast!

James and Jon are tired and fatigued and keen to talk about what they and everyone else seems to be feeling from the effects of Covid, Brexit and the way life currently feels like wading through treacle! But also, about how they are building in down-time, treats and coping mechanisms…

The boys, chat and chew it all over in their own private (and very public) therapy session and maybe, just maybe it will help all of our listeners in the realisation that we are not alone and all going through it together.  

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Steel, Concrete, Cement, Timber and now Plastics, whatever is next or left !?

What a bizarre turn of events, global warming, brexit, covid and an industry, our industry, normally at the forefront of any downturn (recessionary or not) fighting its way out of yet another damp paper bag it finds itself in!

James has read and digested the topic and has some interesting comments and Jon is along for the ride.  Whilst mulling it over, the boys start to pick apart the issues and throw in their thoughts and how they see it panning out.  

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S2E2 The SurveYOUR podcast Special Feature – Running the Gauntlet - Part 1

 ‘Light at the end of the tunnel’

What a great opportunity to follow in the footsteps of a real live APC candidate! 

James and Jon are joined again by Sam Nicholson (Sammy Nic) to discuss his progress and plans as he embarks upon the last few months of his APC journey.

Running the Gauntlet will touch on all aspects of Sam’s preparation and documentation as he navigates the final stages.  We have even set up a special ‘Sam’s Relaxometer’ so we can measure and plot how he feels leading into the Autumn 2021 Final Assessment.

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S2E1 The SurveYOUR Crystal Ball #2!

 The Boys are back in town!  After a short interlude to catch their breath from their fantastic legacy making podcasts,  with over 2,700 downloads to date (which is a lot when they were not expecting many)...  James & Jon reflect on their Series 1 Predictions and seeing who got the closest.

Looking ahead to Series 2 over the next 6 months their predictions include topics such as, Covid, Furlough, Workplace, Industry troubles and will James and Jon get away on holiday in August, were all part of the ingredients in the mixing bowl of speculation.

It became a really interesting conversation and as always interspersed with anecdotes and an exciting announcement about a new puppy, arriving soon.  The podcast wrapped up with James and Jon launching their new SurveYOUR podcast currency… ‘dachshunds’ and Jon believes he should now be allowed to purchase all high-end products in dachshunds!

Season two is here and as always, the SurveYOUR podcast is a joy to produce, and this episode is a brilliant opportunity for James, Jon to do what they do best… have a jolly good chat!

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S1 FINALE – Thank You!

Wow, 20 episodes in and over 2,600 downloads! Thank You for your support!

An idea to deliver a podcast once a month turned into once a week because we are having so much fun doing it and we have found YOU, an audience who enjoy our eclectic mix of topics, guests, rants and general fun.

As we bring season one to a close, a huge thank you to all of our guests and topic suggestions and to SammyNic who is our up and coming third wheel.

Have we got a Season 2 lined up for you! We’ll be back on 31 May with Season 2 Episode 1 – ‘Predictions Reloaded’

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James, Jon and Sam discuss one of the most important things you can do in preparing for your APC Final Assessment…. A Mock Interview!

Jon chairs 100’s of mock interviews every year and over the last 15 years has facilitated well over 3,000 assessments!  With that number of interviews under his belt, there are a few stories he can tell.  

Interestingly, many of the stories are the same, year on year, so James, Jon and Sam discuss the Spring 2021 mock interviews so far and identify some key areas where candidates can make improvements, whilst give some key guidance, hints and tips.

Well worth the listen if you are preparing for your APC Final Assessment Interview.

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James and Jon discuss a recent Built Environment Journal article penned by Jordanne Wilson, a trainee surveyor.  The article reflects on the impact and effects of covid on the development of younger surveyors.

 Young or old, trainee or chartered this is an ever-growing topic and the boys thought the article was perfect material for the SurveYOUR podcast.  An opportunity to chat through a number of thought provokers, considering the impact on surveyors starting their careers at the moment and are they missing out on the social benefits of face-to-face contact with peers and colleagues.

 Yet another current affairs hot topic and a big thumbs up to Jordanne Wilson for taking the time to write about it.  Jordanne, we extend an open invitation to pop along to a future podcast and chat some more about this and other articles you are writing.

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James and Jon discuss whether you would prefer to sleep or work in it?  As they consider the opportunity of converting hotel bedrooms (and retail space) into mid/post COVID individual social distancing offices.

It’s a strange and consistently interesting how the leisure and retail world may spin/develop their assets and whether short or long term, local or long distance and if employers will want something like this for their pre-pandemic commuter workforce.

The boys reflect and speculate on this interesting topic and as always give their thoughts and views of how this might just work…

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James and Jon tuck in and take a bite out of the hot potato that is Covid Passports.   What are they?  How do we feel about it?  How do we think it is going to impact our Industry and are they here to stay?  
 
 As you have come to expect, the boys have an opinion and also how all of this could impact on their own businesses.  Further toppings were added with the appearance of a very large Mr Waspy,  who brought a small amount of excitement into the mix.

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S1 E16 Competence in Numbers

 James and Jon have been promising Sammy Nic that they would attend his APC Study Group for weeks, so, finally, the SurveYOUR podcast popped along to find out what it is all about, how the APC study group was set up and what tips can they give to other APC candidates.

We discussed APC challenges and questioning technique, how they meet twice a week to discuss Mandatory and Technical Competencies and test and challenge each other with assessor style Q&A on APC competency knowledge and experience. 

 What a great idea, what a commitment and what a group.  A testament to what can be achieved with a little bit of free tech, teamwork and commitment.  

 If you are interested in getting involved, email [email protected] and we’ll pass on your details to Sam.

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